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  2. Knee replacement - Wikipedia

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    Similarly, total knee replacement can be performed to correct mild valgus or varus deformity. Serious valgus or varus deformity should be corrected by osteotomy. Physical therapy has been shown to improve function, and may delay or prevent the need for knee replacement. Pain often is noted when performing physical activities requiring a wide ...

  3. Meniscus tear - Wikipedia

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    The traumatic action is most often a twisting movement at the knee while the leg is bent. In older adults, the meniscus can be damaged following prolonged 'wear and tear'. Especially acute injuries (typically in younger, more active patients) can lead to displaced tears which can cause mechanical symptoms such as clicking, catching, or locking ...

  4. Patellar tendon rupture - Wikipedia

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    Patellar tendon rupture showing a marked distance between the tibial tuberosity and the bottom of the knee cap. Specialty: Orthopedics: Symptoms: Pain, trouble walking, inability to straighten the knee [1] Usual onset: Sudden [2] Types: Partial, complete [1] Causes: Falling directly on the knee, jumping from a height [1] Risk factors

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    Press through left foot to re-straighten left leg while driving right knee forward in front of body and up to hip height, maintaining a 90-degree bend in right knee and coming to balance on left ...

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  7. Joint locking (medicine) - Wikipedia

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    Complaints of locking sensation in the knee joint can be divided into true locking and pseudo locking. True locking happens when the intra-articular structure (e.g. ligaments) [1] is damaged, or a loose body is present inside the joint, or there is a meniscal tear. The knee can be unlocked by rotating the leg and full movement can be restored.

  8. Genu valgum - Wikipedia

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    Genu valgum, commonly called "knock-knee", is a condition in which the knees angle in and touch each other when the legs are straightened. [1] Individuals with severe valgus deformities are typically unable to touch their feet together while simultaneously straightening the legs.

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    You passed the test if your back and the back of your lowered thigh is flat against the bed, and your hanging knee is bent at a 90-degree angle off the surface. Photo credit: Trevor Raab

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